550 Recalls

[F328NVL]

Anyone know where there's a comprehensive list of the recalls/mods on 550s?

Similarly, what's the story in steering racks, a load seem to have been replaced on the ones I've looked at.

jg

[355fiorano]

http://www.theaa.com/allaboutcars/recalls/index.jsp?makeName=Ferrari&makeId=B2

[F328NVL]

Thanks

[355fiorano]

So expecting a good bonus this year then or are you asking for a "friend" ? :D

[Davo456]

Recall:
No. 1 of 5

Recall Ref:
R2001/148

Exact Model:
550

Description:
ROADWHEELS MAY BECOME LOOSE

VIN:
ZFFZR49B000107289 TO ZFFZR49C000116711

Build Date:
1st December 1996 to 30th June 1999

Numbers:
280

Defect:
There is a possibility that the bolt locating inserts fitted to the magnesium wheel rims may crack if excessive torque is applied to the retaining bolts. This may result in the possible loosening of the affected bolts.

Action:
Replace the original wheel rims with aluminium ones that do not have inserts. Also fit new wheel bolts.

Launch Date:
20 November 2001


Recall:
No. 2 of 5

Recall Ref:
R2001/097

Exact Model:
550 and 456

Description:
POTENTIAL FAILURE OF THE HANDBRAKE

VIN:
ZFFZR49C000123276 TO ZZFZR49C000124683

Build Date:
1st January 2001 to 31st December 2001

Numbers:
23

Defect:
The material used in the manufacture of the handbrake ratchet has not been correctly hardened. This will cause premature wear of the ratchet, and possible failure of the handbrake.

Action:
Recall affected vehicles and replace the handbrake ratchet

Launch Date:
23 July 2001


Recall:
No. 3 of 5

Recall Ref:
R/2003/071

Exact Model:
550, 456GTA and 456GT

Description:
POSSIBLE LEAK FROM GEARBOX OIL RADIATOR PIPES

VIN:


Build Date:


Numbers:
76

Defect:
The gearbox oil radiator return and delivery pipes may leak due to an error in the manufacturing process. This could impair the operation and reliability of the gearbox.

Action:
Fit quality assured oil radiator return and delivery pipes.

Launch Date:
23 April 2003

Recall:
No. 4 of 5

Recall Ref:
R1998/103

Exact Model:


Description:
POSSIBLE REDUCTION IN POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE

VIN:
ZFFZR49C000107959 TO 110035

Build Date:
1997

Numbers:
58

Defect:
Damage can be caused to the inner hydraulic seals of the steering rack due to the high temperature of the hydraulic fluid found during special or long parking manoeuvres. This could result in a loss of fluid and an increase of steering effort being required.

Action:
Recall affected vehicles and fit a replacement steering rack and oil cooler.

Launch Date:
11 December 1998


Recall:
No. 5 of 5

Recall Ref:
R/2003/118

Exact Model:


Description:
Seat runner locks may not engage simultaneously

VIN:


Build Date:


Numbers:
35

Defect:
The seat runners may not be correctly aligned and as a consequence the locks cannot engage simultaneously with both runners. This could result in unwanted movement of the seat when driving

Action:
Replace the seat runners

[stats007]

Resurrecting this thread as I'm looking at 550s. Is this a complete list of recalls? Were there any TSBs to be aware of?

Does this means all early 550s should have aluminium instead of magnesium alloy wheels?

[WalkerSport]

Steering racks start to have play at around 30k miles, easy refurb, get in touch if you need to, Air conn drain pipe blocks (furs up) easy air line clearance - you get a wet leg if its blocked under hard cornering, Make sure the pipes in the V have been replaced, these tend to leak every 3 years or so from heat sink, easy repair. 550's are very tough, early cars had a gearbox issue, the oblack one we recently refurbed - we had to fit a new gearbox - so make sure she holds gear well, goes into 1st, 3rd and 5th with natural chunky resistance. Please get in touch if we can help!

Best Regards

Tim.:thumbsup:

[stats007]

Thanks Tim.

I saw the last two 550s you had advertised - was a bit suscpicious as they were so cheap!

[WalkerSport]

We specialise in good quality cars at realistic prices, we keep our overheads low and I think we offer good value for money. Thats it! :thumbsup: